1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
